Tamana (NGO)
| Founded | March 1984 |
|---|---|
| Type | Special School |
| Focus | Disability Special Education Research |
| Location | |
Area served | India |
Key people | Shayama Chona Tamana Chona |
| Website | tamana.ngo |
Tamana is a non-profit voluntary organization, registered in 1984 in India, consisting of three special education centers, a training cell and a research center to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The organization's work is recognized by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, Government of Delhi, Rehabilitation Council of India and is registered with the National Trust. Tamana also has a Special Consultative Status within the United Nations Economic and Social Council since 2005.
The organization’s founder, Dr. Shayama Chona, was awarded the Padma Shri, a Padma Bhushan and two national awards for her contributions in the disability sector in India.